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HIGH-BAILIFF

\hˈa͡ɪbˈe͡ɪlɪf], \hˈa‍ɪbˈe‍ɪlɪf], \h_ˈaɪ_b_ˈeɪ_l_ɪ_f]\

Definitions of HIGH-BAILIFF

1899 - The american dictionary of the english language.

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An English officer who serves writs, etc., in certain franchises, exempt from the ordinary supervision of the sheriff.

1899 - The american dictionary of the english language.
By Daniel Lyons

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